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NYFW Dining Guide: 17 Insiders Share Their Favorite Restaurants

other · 2026-09-08

With New York Fashion Week commencing on Thursday, Vogue has curated a list of top dining venues in the city, drawing insights from 17 industry experts. The selection includes a variety of eateries, such as the Japanese favorites Omen Azen in SoHo and Blue Ribbon Sushi, alongside newer establishments like Bar Chucho in Chinatown and Bark in Bushwick. Stylist Alex Harrington suggests The Odeon for festive lunches, while GQ's Brandon Tan prefers Corner Bar for solo meals. Chloe Malle from Vogue points out Markette in Chelsea for its Euro-Caribbean dishes, and model Devyn Garcia recommends Telegraphe Café for quick snacks. Designer Henry Zankov, debuting as artistic director for Diane von Furstenberg this season, enjoys Roman's and Il Buco. Other notable mentions are Elio's, Bamonte's, Frenchette, Tillies, The Twenty Two, Xiao Long Bao, Happier Grocery, La Dong, SoHo Grand, Los Tacos No. 1, Raf's, Blue Ribbon Brasserie, Royal Seafood, Ha's Snack Bar, Cafe Pally, Tonchin, and Twins Lounge. This guide caters to the fashion community's desire for accessible spots ideal for people-watching and fitting into their busy schedules, with many locations conveniently situated near show venues or studios.

Key facts

  • New York Fashion Week begins on Thursday and lasts six days.
  • The guide includes recommendations from 17 industry insiders.
  • Henry Zankov is staging two shows and debuting as artistic director of Diane von Furstenberg.
  • Alex Harrington recommends The Odeon for team lunches and Blue Ribbon Sushi for solo lunches.
  • Brandon Tan of GQ favors Corner Bar for solo dinners and business meetings.
  • Chloe Malle of Vogue recommends Markette in Chelsea for Peri Peri chicken and salt cod fritters.
  • Model Devyn Garcia suggests Telegraphe Café for quick bites between castings.
  • Designer Rachel Scott mentions Happier Grocery and La Dong for convenience near studios.
  • Stylist Yohana Lebasi recommends Ha's Snack Bar and Tonchin for ramen.
  • Twins Lounge in Greenpoint is noted as cash-only and has a vintage photo booth.

Entities

Artists

  • Henry Zankov
  • Alex Harrington
  • Brandon Tan
  • Chloe Malle
  • Claire O’Connor
  • Devyn Garcia
  • Erica Morelli
  • Giada Bufalini
  • Jonathon Zadrzynski
  • Kevin McIntosh Jr.
  • Nicole Phelps
  • Peng Chang
  • Rachel Scott
  • Sandi Halimuddin
  • Trish Wescoat Pound
  • Yohana Lebasi

Institutions

  • Vogue
  • GQ
  • Diane von Furstenberg
  • Karla Otto
  • Thom Browne
  • KMJR World
  • Palm Heights
  • Sandy Liang
  • Lede

Locations

  • New York City
  • SoHo
  • Chinatown
  • Chelsea
  • West Village
  • Greenpoint
  • Fort Greene
  • Bushwick
  • Brooklyn
  • Manhattan
  • Milan
  • Mexico City

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