Vogue's Guide to NYC's Best New Restaurants Summer 2026

Vogue has published a curated list of the seven best new restaurants in New York City, all opened within the last three months as of summer 2026. The selections span Brooklyn and Manhattan, offering diverse cuisines from Korean barbecue to experimental seafood. Notable openings include Arthur in Greenpoint, a Parisian bistro-inspired spot by chef Kevin Finch and his wife Alexa, opened in April; Cote 550 in Midtown, a three-level Korean barbecue offshoot of the Michelin-starred Cote by Simon Kim; Lonnies in Boerum Hill, a sister restaurant of Ingas opened in late May; Cleo in the West Village, a rotisserie chicken restaurant opened in April; Bar Susanne on the Williamsburg waterfront, a raw bar by designer Matthew Maddy and chef Jackie Carnesi; Cafe Bar J.F. in Williamsburg, a South American tavern-inspired restaurant from the Llama Inn team; and Zoli in East Williamsburg, located within the Amant arts campus, featuring a triptych of aquariums by artist Pierre Huyghe and led by chef Ned Baldwin. The list emphasizes seasonal dishes, unique cocktails, and neighborhood ambiance, with specific recommendations like Arthur's brioche and Cote 550's Butcher's Feast.