Next certainly deserves its Michelin star rating!What an indulgent experience. From the rich authentic French cuisine to the timing and presentation, the overall meal was next level. It was a pleasure to savor each bite.The staff were extremely professional; they were attentive, accomodating, and well knowledgeable with their dishes.It was a very romantic, elegant and intimate atmosphere (perfect for a date!). The vibe was sophisticated (perhaps pretencious, but that is the point).Definitely would recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joseph Kowalski
We had the Julia Child menu. We enjoyed the food very much. Service was excellent. I would appreciate a printed menu at the outset that had the costs of optional add ons rather than being presented these options orally and only told the price after selecting an option. The atmosphere is good with the caveat that tables are very close together.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mary Jo R.
Our group of six sat at the kitchen table for our Julia Child - Next experience! This was truly one of the best meals I have ever experience, and I have had the good fortune to eat at many highly acclaimed, Michelin restaurants. Where to start? First, from the moment we arrived to our exiting the restaurant, we were treated like royalty. The service was exceptional. As for atmosphere, the little touches took you back to the 60's - I won't go into detail because I don't want to ruin the fun for others. This was all topped off by a menu that was obviously put together by a mastermind. Every dish was incredible on its own, but the way in which each dish built on what had been previously served and all with a Julia Child flare to flavors and ingredients was mind blowing. Thank you Next for an epicurean experience the six of us will never forge!
Eve K.
We visited for the Julia Child menu and it was everything: an amazing tribute, flawless dishes, beautiful presentation, amazing service, and overall stellar dining experience. The pinnacle of what I hope for at every Michelin starred restaurant but don't get as often as I'd like. One of my top 5 dining moments. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Cost to worth it rating: 3 (spendy but SO worth it) Opentableable: no, but via Tock Eve award: amazing iconic chef tribute meal Return worthiness: yes! 1000xs yes! Highlights: - Peking Duck L'orange: combo between Chinese and French was awesome. Apparently Julia loved Chinese food and this dish captured both cuisine's take and fused them perfectly. The Asian flavors with the orange glaze and the thin slices of tender duck put in small pancakes hidden in duck shaped dishes to open. Also came with a super crispy rice for another texture. 5 stars. - Lobster bisque: best I've had by far. The creaminess was rich but not too overbearing, sherry flavor sang through and add a lovely layer, and the orange claw cracker was a masterpiece--looked just like the real like a la Netflix's "Is it cake?". ;-) 5 stars - Boeuf Bourguignon: heavenly brised beef short ribs with a to die for rich red wine sauce. Served with am ambiance of little cast iron pots with red wine and herbs for an olfactory sensation. 5 stars - Cheese course: most amazing presentation I've seen for a cheese course with the cheese shaved into a beautiful flower--Julia loved yellow flowers-and combined with endive for freshness. Unexpected, special, and worked so well 5 stars - Turbot Meuniere: Simple yet delicious with the small piece of fish with the delicate sauce to get the essence of one of Julia's iconic dishes. 5 stars - Cranberry gelle covered terrine style foie gras terrine: of the 3 hors d'oeuvers, this was my fave. The orb kind of reminded me of an elevated turkey dinner. 5 stars - Bread: soft, crusty, and warm oblongs were perfect with the butter that was curled off of what looked like a frosted wedding cake! Most of the table just had 1 but I had 2. I saved my second piece til the end which turned out to be a fantastic idea to sop up the extra lobster bisque and beef juices. 5 stars - Nicoise: done on a puffy light pastry with a white anchovy devoid of sometimes that unwanted seafoody flavor. 4 stars - Rum bread pudding canelle with butter pecan ice cream: started with a flambee torch to it for flair. The pudding was just the right texture and the ice cream had sweet crunchies underneath. 4 stars - Presentation: loved all of the stories that accompanied each dish and could feel the admiration for the chef. - Staff: so on top of it and delightful. I love it when they are fun to talk to and the environment they create doesn't feel uncomfortable and stuffy. - Kitchen table: I was lucky enough for my friend to snag this rezzie and I was mesmerized being plexi glass away from how the magic happens. Midlights: - Chicken: the rubbery texture of the slice I'm sure was on purpose but didn't work so well for me. I enjoyed the bell pepper accompaniment however. 3 stars Lowlights: - I always have high expectations at Michelin starred restaurants and can be disappointed. My last few were just ok. With this, my expectations are back to sky high for the next one I have. LOVED this so much and can't wait to come back for other menus.
K Soomro
It was good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Andrew T.
I finally booked Next. I have tracked their menus over time, and had been intrigued by the concept. Having dined at Moto many years back, I was not 100% sure this would be my type of thing. I was never into eating expensive meals, where the ingredients are made to sound complicated in explanation,or your salad looks like a cigar. Next isn't molecular gastronomy like Moto was, and don't get me wrong, I have an appreciation for the art. The experiences, art Next and in the past, Moto, fell flat. Without going into extreme detail, in short, I was overwhelmingly disappointed in the meal we had at Next. Itv was like they took the flavors too far. The bisque was no where near the caliber a Lobster bisque should be. I couldn't finish it. There were several dishes, and the food was high quality, and well prepared. There were elements of some of the dishes that were excellent, but given the combinationof ingredients, there was something over seasoned or sauced. Overall, the food missed the mark for me. Additionally, the interior of Next is unbelievably generic. They put no thought until how that should feel. Service was good, pleasant. Explanations were rushed and hard to follow. Didn't feel genuine. I felt like I completely over paid for that meal. The price wasn't a concern until the experience fell flat
David J.
My husband and I came here to celebrate my birthday. The theme was Julia Child and Next did her proud. The service from beginning to end was exceptional. That's a big statement considering how much staff you interact with here. Everyone who we interacted with was smart, friendly, and coordinated with one another. As they bring out each course, they explain to you what it is you're eating which is great but sometimes they were rushed and spoke too quickly which forced us to make them repeat themselves. Each course and wine paring harkened back to a different point in Julia's life and career and they (mostly) did a great job of celebrating that. I won't describe each dish, but we were blown away by each of them. Truly each one was fantastic including, no surprise here, the multi-sensory experience that was the Boeuf Bourguignon dish. A showstopper for sure, and it had better be. We opted for the truly upsell which make the dish that much more special (though we'd skip it next time). The only misses, and I know I am being super picky, is the decor of the space itself once you're inside, was underwhelming. I know the restaurant has revolving themes but still, it was nowhere near as magical as the food and staff. I would say the other miss was the music; there was nothing Julia Child or French about any of it. TBH it seemed like a random Spotify play list. I only mention these things because it brought us out of the fantasy, just slightly though. Overall, phenomenal. Don't miss this place. We can't wait to come back for the next theme!
K J
Had the 3 course Julia Child menu. Restaurant felt warm and cozy, but not very private. Found this particular menu a little bit salty and portion was a little small, especially for the price. I enjoyed the details such as aroma, explanations, etc but would have been better if the food felt more special.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Jeffrey Duda
We were here for the Tuscany menu (which I believe is now over). We loved the meal and though the wine pairing were perfect as well.
Tried their Tuscany menu with absolutely no complaints. Gave me a tour of the kitchen at the end of the night it’s completely spotless with top of the line equipment and chefs. Grew up with my grandmother who is an Italian chef from Avallino. She studied the Tuscan region extensively and I can say without a doubt the food compares if it is not better than what she has cooked for me. 10/10 would recommend trying their Tuscany menu before it goes for good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ida B.
Reserved my birthday dinner at Next, which is located in the Fulton Market area. There's parking on the streets but no valet parking as advertised. Found the restaurant slightly difficult to find as its sign was obscured by poor lighting and covered by a winter vestibule. Upon entering, we were pleasantly greeted and welcomed by enthusiastic staff who seated us right away. The restaurant was cozy and unpretentious. A little disappointed as they did not have a full bar. Only wine and beer offered; however, patrons can walk next door to The Aviary for an extensive bar. All the wait staff assigned to us were very friendly, efficient, anticipated our needs, and very informative of the dishes presented to us. As advertised, it was a truly immersive dining experience taking us on a tour of Tuscany, highlighting it's regional specialties. All of the dishes presented were delectable and exquisitely plated. What prevented me from giving it a five star was the two pasta dishes; Raviolo and Papardelle. Pasta was slightly undercooked. Hard to chew. Worth its Michelin star rating and would recommend for the dining and experience.
Matt Riemenschneider
Excellent tasting menu and wine pairing. Ranks highly with our experiences at Elska and Topolobampo. Environment was comfortable, staff was exceptional and food fantastic. Well worth the $
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Toni T.
My first time trying a tasting menu and I'm glad I got to experience it at next! I also watched Charlie Trotter's episode on chef's table before and glad I did. With each dish, you can taste the attention to detail and hard work that the whole staff put into it all. Ambience was great, the staff and service were amazing and friendly. By the end of the meal I 100% felt taken care of and left with a full belly. Each dish was timed appropriately to have enough time to eat slowly and truly taste the food while also slowly feeling satisfied.
Jenna Cooley
I recently came here with friends to celebrate my birthday and had their Tuscany menu. I’ve got to be honest. While the food and wine pairing was fine, I was pretty disappointed by the overall experience. The staff were friendly but there was really nothing special or memorable about the place. The tables are way too close together. You could hear the conversation of the table next to you. One of the staff knocked a bottle of olive oil off the table and nearly got it all over my friend. The food and presentation is average at best. We came for my birthday and they really didn’t do much special for it. I think they put a candle in a desert and gave me a tiny cookie. The overall lack of creativity for the price was a let down. I expected far more from a sister restaurant to Alinea. If you’re looking for spectacular, look elsewhere.
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Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Next certainly deserves its Michelin star rating!What an indulgent experience. From the rich authentic French cuisine to the timing and presentation, the overall meal was next level. It was a pleasure to savor each bite.The staff were extremely professional; they were attentive, accomodating, and well knowledgeable with their dishes.It was a very romantic, elegant and intimate atmosphere (perfect for a date!). The vibe was sophisticated (perhaps pretencious, but that is the point).Definitely would recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had the Julia Child menu. We enjoyed the food very much. Service was excellent. I would appreciate a printed menu at the outset that had the costs of optional add ons rather than being presented these options orally and only told the price after selecting an option. The atmosphere is good with the caveat that tables are very close together.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our group of six sat at the kitchen table for our Julia Child - Next experience! This was truly one of the best meals I have ever experience, and I have had the good fortune to eat at many highly acclaimed, Michelin restaurants. Where to start? First, from the moment we arrived to our exiting the restaurant, we were treated like royalty. The service was exceptional. As for atmosphere, the little touches took you back to the 60's - I won't go into detail because I don't want to ruin the fun for others. This was all topped off by a menu that was obviously put together by a mastermind. Every dish was incredible on its own, but the way in which each dish built on what had been previously served and all with a Julia Child flare to flavors and ingredients was mind blowing. Thank you Next for an epicurean experience the six of us will never forge!
We visited for the Julia Child menu and it was everything: an amazing tribute, flawless dishes, beautiful presentation, amazing service, and overall stellar dining experience. The pinnacle of what I hope for at every Michelin starred restaurant but don't get as often as I'd like. One of my top 5 dining moments. Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Cost to worth it rating: 3 (spendy but SO worth it) Opentableable: no, but via Tock Eve award: amazing iconic chef tribute meal Return worthiness: yes! 1000xs yes! Highlights: - Peking Duck L'orange: combo between Chinese and French was awesome. Apparently Julia loved Chinese food and this dish captured both cuisine's take and fused them perfectly. The Asian flavors with the orange glaze and the thin slices of tender duck put in small pancakes hidden in duck shaped dishes to open. Also came with a super crispy rice for another texture. 5 stars. - Lobster bisque: best I've had by far. The creaminess was rich but not too overbearing, sherry flavor sang through and add a lovely layer, and the orange claw cracker was a masterpiece--looked just like the real like a la Netflix's "Is it cake?". ;-) 5 stars - Boeuf Bourguignon: heavenly brised beef short ribs with a to die for rich red wine sauce. Served with am ambiance of little cast iron pots with red wine and herbs for an olfactory sensation. 5 stars - Cheese course: most amazing presentation I've seen for a cheese course with the cheese shaved into a beautiful flower--Julia loved yellow flowers-and combined with endive for freshness. Unexpected, special, and worked so well 5 stars - Turbot Meuniere: Simple yet delicious with the small piece of fish with the delicate sauce to get the essence of one of Julia's iconic dishes. 5 stars - Cranberry gelle covered terrine style foie gras terrine: of the 3 hors d'oeuvers, this was my fave. The orb kind of reminded me of an elevated turkey dinner. 5 stars - Bread: soft, crusty, and warm oblongs were perfect with the butter that was curled off of what looked like a frosted wedding cake! Most of the table just had 1 but I had 2. I saved my second piece til the end which turned out to be a fantastic idea to sop up the extra lobster bisque and beef juices. 5 stars - Nicoise: done on a puffy light pastry with a white anchovy devoid of sometimes that unwanted seafoody flavor. 4 stars - Rum bread pudding canelle with butter pecan ice cream: started with a flambee torch to it for flair. The pudding was just the right texture and the ice cream had sweet crunchies underneath. 4 stars - Presentation: loved all of the stories that accompanied each dish and could feel the admiration for the chef. - Staff: so on top of it and delightful. I love it when they are fun to talk to and the environment they create doesn't feel uncomfortable and stuffy. - Kitchen table: I was lucky enough for my friend to snag this rezzie and I was mesmerized being plexi glass away from how the magic happens. Midlights: - Chicken: the rubbery texture of the slice I'm sure was on purpose but didn't work so well for me. I enjoyed the bell pepper accompaniment however. 3 stars Lowlights: - I always have high expectations at Michelin starred restaurants and can be disappointed. My last few were just ok. With this, my expectations are back to sky high for the next one I have. LOVED this so much and can't wait to come back for other menus.
It was good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
I finally booked Next. I have tracked their menus over time, and had been intrigued by the concept. Having dined at Moto many years back, I was not 100% sure this would be my type of thing. I was never into eating expensive meals, where the ingredients are made to sound complicated in explanation,or your salad looks like a cigar. Next isn't molecular gastronomy like Moto was, and don't get me wrong, I have an appreciation for the art. The experiences, art Next and in the past, Moto, fell flat. Without going into extreme detail, in short, I was overwhelmingly disappointed in the meal we had at Next. Itv was like they took the flavors too far. The bisque was no where near the caliber a Lobster bisque should be. I couldn't finish it. There were several dishes, and the food was high quality, and well prepared. There were elements of some of the dishes that were excellent, but given the combinationof ingredients, there was something over seasoned or sauced. Overall, the food missed the mark for me. Additionally, the interior of Next is unbelievably generic. They put no thought until how that should feel. Service was good, pleasant. Explanations were rushed and hard to follow. Didn't feel genuine. I felt like I completely over paid for that meal. The price wasn't a concern until the experience fell flat
My husband and I came here to celebrate my birthday. The theme was Julia Child and Next did her proud. The service from beginning to end was exceptional. That's a big statement considering how much staff you interact with here. Everyone who we interacted with was smart, friendly, and coordinated with one another. As they bring out each course, they explain to you what it is you're eating which is great but sometimes they were rushed and spoke too quickly which forced us to make them repeat themselves. Each course and wine paring harkened back to a different point in Julia's life and career and they (mostly) did a great job of celebrating that. I won't describe each dish, but we were blown away by each of them. Truly each one was fantastic including, no surprise here, the multi-sensory experience that was the Boeuf Bourguignon dish. A showstopper for sure, and it had better be. We opted for the truly upsell which make the dish that much more special (though we'd skip it next time). The only misses, and I know I am being super picky, is the decor of the space itself once you're inside, was underwhelming. I know the restaurant has revolving themes but still, it was nowhere near as magical as the food and staff. I would say the other miss was the music; there was nothing Julia Child or French about any of it. TBH it seemed like a random Spotify play list. I only mention these things because it brought us out of the fantasy, just slightly though. Overall, phenomenal. Don't miss this place. We can't wait to come back for the next theme!
Had the 3 course Julia Child menu. Restaurant felt warm and cozy, but not very private. Found this particular menu a little bit salty and portion was a little small, especially for the price. I enjoyed the details such as aroma, explanations, etc but would have been better if the food felt more special.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
We were here for the Tuscany menu (which I believe is now over). We loved the meal and though the wine pairing were perfect as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Tried their Tuscany menu with absolutely no complaints. Gave me a tour of the kitchen at the end of the night it’s completely spotless with top of the line equipment and chefs. Grew up with my grandmother who is an Italian chef from Avallino. She studied the Tuscan region extensively and I can say without a doubt the food compares if it is not better than what she has cooked for me. 10/10 would recommend trying their Tuscany menu before it goes for good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Reserved my birthday dinner at Next, which is located in the Fulton Market area. There's parking on the streets but no valet parking as advertised. Found the restaurant slightly difficult to find as its sign was obscured by poor lighting and covered by a winter vestibule. Upon entering, we were pleasantly greeted and welcomed by enthusiastic staff who seated us right away. The restaurant was cozy and unpretentious. A little disappointed as they did not have a full bar. Only wine and beer offered; however, patrons can walk next door to The Aviary for an extensive bar. All the wait staff assigned to us were very friendly, efficient, anticipated our needs, and very informative of the dishes presented to us. As advertised, it was a truly immersive dining experience taking us on a tour of Tuscany, highlighting it's regional specialties. All of the dishes presented were delectable and exquisitely plated. What prevented me from giving it a five star was the two pasta dishes; Raviolo and Papardelle. Pasta was slightly undercooked. Hard to chew. Worth its Michelin star rating and would recommend for the dining and experience.
Excellent tasting menu and wine pairing. Ranks highly with our experiences at Elska and Topolobampo. Environment was comfortable, staff was exceptional and food fantastic. Well worth the $
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My first time trying a tasting menu and I'm glad I got to experience it at next! I also watched Charlie Trotter's episode on chef's table before and glad I did. With each dish, you can taste the attention to detail and hard work that the whole staff put into it all. Ambience was great, the staff and service were amazing and friendly. By the end of the meal I 100% felt taken care of and left with a full belly. Each dish was timed appropriately to have enough time to eat slowly and truly taste the food while also slowly feeling satisfied.
I recently came here with friends to celebrate my birthday and had their Tuscany menu. I’ve got to be honest. While the food and wine pairing was fine, I was pretty disappointed by the overall experience. The staff were friendly but there was really nothing special or memorable about the place. The tables are way too close together. You could hear the conversation of the table next to you. One of the staff knocked a bottle of olive oil off the table and nearly got it all over my friend. The food and presentation is average at best. We came for my birthday and they really didn’t do much special for it. I think they put a candle in a desert and gave me a tiny cookie. The overall lack of creativity for the price was a let down. I expected far more from a sister restaurant to Alinea. If you’re looking for spectacular, look elsewhere.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3