Behind the unassuming exterior of 63 Clinton Street lies a true culinary gem! What used to be a pizzeria is now a place where the entire team clearly shares a deep passion for food and wine. We received a warm welcome – they even adjusted the air conditioning for us chilly Europeans.
The wine list is impressive, with a strong European focus and exclusive selections available by the glass rather than a traditional wine pairing. The Champagne was outstanding, and the other wines from Hungary, Italy, and France were perfectly matched to the menu.
The 7-course tasting menu took us on a flavorful journey through New York and its surroundings, offering tastes we hadn’t experienced before. The corn pudding in gazpacho was a bit unusual, but everything else ranged from delicious to absolutely sensational.
A special thank-you to Manasi from the service team – we shared our passion for Mosel wines and were even treated to a glass of Spätlese with the sorbet. Talking about Daniel Twardowski made the experience even more personal and memorable.
An unforgettable evening. Thanks to the whole Team - Christine, Christian and Maria
Michael Muscari
Sixty three is always a good time. Staff, food, experience is amazing!
pete s
Old pizza place redesigned into a Michelin starred restaurant, with a warm cozy vibe. Everything from the moment we walked in till the moment we left was exceptional. Favorite dishes were the breakfast taco, the bluefin aguachile, and the squash blossom (bread and butter was an awesome and necessary addition). The service was incredible, we sat at the chefs counter and one of the owners Raymond took the time to walk us through each dish and tell us the thought process behind how they were created. He also told us a little about how most of the people who work there were friends of him and Sam prior to the creation of the restaurant and it really shows. The flow and dynamic of the kitchen was so calm and collected, yet serious at the same time. There was no yelling or anything of that nature, everyone seemed do in sync. In the end we left very well satisfied and very happy with our anniversary dinner restaurant selection, and we left feeling like friends.
Richard Chen
Perhaps the weakest michelin tasting menu I’ve had
John Caposele
A spectacular fine dining experience that's approachable without sacrificing quality. Service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing, and each of the dishes was a delight. Really appreciate the casual atmosphere as well, and it was a pleasure to be able to speak with the head chefs about what we were eating. Sit by the kitchen!
Jordy Clements
Food this good, so tasteful, textural, beautiful, and innovative, so surprising, and inspiring, and comforting, can conquer all issues — not that there were any “real” issues. The team approach to service was efficient, but at times a little confused. And there were minor things I didn’t love (the dining room didn’t inspire, with tables that were clean but “sticky,” like the wood treatment isn’t aging well; not to mention a strong focus on upsell to start the meal), but again, the food was really really good. And also very fairly priced for a generously portioned tasting menu. Highly recommended.
Justin Yee
Great food, even better service. Kudos to the staff for absolutely hitting it out of the ballpark and making us feel special. I’ve been to my fair share of Michelin restaurants and this might’ve been one of the top.
Jessie Lynn Gardner
Repeat guest, both times have exceeded expectations. The food is creative and well executed, even if a dish wasn’t my preference - I could agreed it was done perfectly. The flavors are always interesting but still really good tasting. Oh and don’t skip mocktails or caviar hand roll. Warm and friendly service. Not stuffy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caviar Hand Roll
Fred Alexander R.
This place has managed to capture the magic of gourmet new American cuisine, lower east side clientele, and that feeling you get when the ownership and staff make you feel like this place belongs to you. Three food is incredible, the vibe is stellar, and the staff make this place unforgettable. Service was top notch and it was just really fun. I highly recommend sitting at the bar where you will no doubt be entertained by the bar tender, the staff, the owners, and anyone who chooses to sit at the bar. We will return and we can't wait to see what they've changed on the menu that'll surely delight.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ezra Udoff
Lovely experience. A few of the courses, such as the taco and supplemental caviar hand roll were stellar! Others, the pork loin in particular, just so so. Service was spot on. The kitchen accidentally left the uni off the tacos. No biggie. Quickly remedied. They took it off the bill without evening bringing attention to it. Above and beyond in my book! 4.5 stars if I could.
This place is awesome. One of the better prefixes options in the city. Have to get the caviar hand roll add on. Great selection of drinks and wines.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caviar Hand Roll
Jay A
Excellent food in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. The caviar roll is a unique and must-have accoutrement. My other favorite dish was the breakfast taco.
This is a lesser-known fine dining restaurant, but it's one of the better meals I have had in NYC in the past few years.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caviar Hand Roll
Ramp Up
Honestly, it was good but not exceptional. The caviar handroll was really great, the rest were all good but nothing stood out. Service a bit overenthusiastic.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Caviar Hand Roll
Miko Latrice
This was the best dining experience of my life. I came to 63 Clinton for my 25th birthday dinner with my best friends and we were just in awe of the amazing food and the incomparable hospitality. Christine was our main server and she was just the best. Every single person who came to our table was so kind and welcoming. The sommelier was also iconic (I was chosen to taste the wine for the table and in my head I was like “omg I don’t how to taste wine like an expert” and I think he noticed I was nervous. And reassuredly, he went, “Its no big deal” and after that I felt so seen and validated so thank you for that.) This was my first Michelin star fine dining experience and the 63 Clinton team made me feel so safe and comfortable and like I belonged. We really felt taken care of and special. We had so much fun talking to Christine, Raymond, and the rest of the team throughout our meal. It was great getting to know you all. Thank you so much for your wonderful service. This dining experience was one of the highlights of my life.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caviar Hand Roll
Stephanie L
The indulgence and lack of regard for the caviar's origin in the famous handroll just feels like a gimmick to capitalize on the desire to impress.
Behind the unassuming exterior of 63 Clinton Street lies a true culinary gem! What used to be a pizzeria is now a place where the entire team clearly shares a deep passion for food and wine. We received a warm welcome – they even adjusted the air conditioning for us chilly Europeans.
The wine list is impressive, with a strong European focus and exclusive selections available by the glass rather than a traditional wine pairing. The Champagne was outstanding, and the other wines from Hungary, Italy, and France were perfectly matched to the menu.
The 7-course tasting menu took us on a flavorful journey through New York and its surroundings, offering tastes we hadn’t experienced before. The corn pudding in gazpacho was a bit unusual, but everything else ranged from delicious to absolutely sensational.
A special thank-you to Manasi from the service team – we shared our passion for Mosel wines and were even treated to a glass of Spätlese with the sorbet. Talking about Daniel Twardowski made the experience even more personal and memorable.
An unforgettable evening. Thanks to the whole Team - Christine, Christian and Maria
Sixty three is always a good time. Staff, food, experience is amazing!
Old pizza place redesigned into a Michelin starred restaurant, with a warm cozy vibe. Everything from the moment we walked in till the moment we left was exceptional. Favorite dishes were the breakfast taco, the bluefin aguachile, and the squash blossom (bread and butter was an awesome and necessary addition). The service was incredible, we sat at the chefs counter and one of the owners Raymond took the time to walk us through each dish and tell us the thought process behind how they were created. He also told us a little about how most of the people who work there were friends of him and Sam prior to the creation of the restaurant and it really shows. The flow and dynamic of the kitchen was so calm and collected, yet serious at the same time. There was no yelling or anything of that nature, everyone seemed do in sync. In the end we left very well satisfied and very happy with our anniversary dinner restaurant selection, and we left feeling like friends.
Perhaps the weakest michelin tasting menu I’ve had
A spectacular fine dining experience that's approachable without sacrificing quality. Service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing, and each of the dishes was a delight. Really appreciate the casual atmosphere as well, and it was a pleasure to be able to speak with the head chefs about what we were eating. Sit by the kitchen!
Food this good, so tasteful, textural, beautiful, and innovative, so surprising, and inspiring, and comforting, can conquer all issues — not that there were any “real” issues. The team approach to service was efficient, but at times a little confused. And there were minor things I didn’t love (the dining room didn’t inspire, with tables that were clean but “sticky,” like the wood treatment isn’t aging well; not to mention a strong focus on upsell to start the meal), but again, the food was really really good. And also very fairly priced for a generously portioned tasting menu. Highly recommended.
Great food, even better service. Kudos to the staff for absolutely hitting it out of the ballpark and making us feel special. I’ve been to my fair share of Michelin restaurants and this might’ve been one of the top.
Repeat guest, both times have exceeded expectations. The food is creative and well executed, even if a dish wasn’t my preference - I could agreed it was done perfectly. The flavors are always interesting but still really good tasting. Oh and don’t skip mocktails or caviar hand roll. Warm and friendly service. Not stuffy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caviar Hand Roll
This place has managed to capture the magic of gourmet new American cuisine, lower east side clientele, and that feeling you get when the ownership and staff make you feel like this place belongs to you. Three food is incredible, the vibe is stellar, and the staff make this place unforgettable. Service was top notch and it was just really fun. I highly recommend sitting at the bar where you will no doubt be entertained by the bar tender, the staff, the owners, and anyone who chooses to sit at the bar. We will return and we can't wait to see what they've changed on the menu that'll surely delight.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lovely experience. A few of the courses, such as the taco and supplemental caviar hand roll were stellar! Others, the pork loin in particular, just so so. Service was spot on. The kitchen accidentally left the uni off the tacos. No biggie. Quickly remedied. They took it off the bill without evening bringing attention to it. Above and beyond in my book! 4.5 stars if I could.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
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This place is awesome. One of the better prefixes options in the city. Have to get the caviar hand roll add on. Great selection of drinks and wines.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caviar Hand Roll
Excellent food in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. The caviar roll is a unique and must-have accoutrement. My other favorite dish was the breakfast taco.
This is a lesser-known fine dining restaurant, but it's one of the better meals I have had in NYC in the past few years.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caviar Hand Roll
Honestly, it was good but not exceptional. The caviar handroll was really great, the rest were all good but nothing stood out. Service a bit overenthusiastic.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Caviar Hand Roll
This was the best dining experience of my life. I came to 63 Clinton for my 25th birthday dinner with my best friends and we were just in awe of the amazing food and the incomparable hospitality. Christine was our main server and she was just the best. Every single person who came to our table was so kind and welcoming. The sommelier was also iconic (I was chosen to taste the wine for the table and in my head I was like “omg I don’t how to taste wine like an expert” and I think he noticed I was nervous. And reassuredly, he went, “Its no big deal” and after that I felt so seen and validated so thank you for that.) This was my first Michelin star fine dining experience and the 63 Clinton team made me feel so safe and comfortable and like I belonged. We really felt taken care of and special. We had so much fun talking to Christine, Raymond, and the rest of the team throughout our meal. It was great getting to know you all. Thank you so much for your wonderful service. This dining experience was one of the highlights of my life.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Caviar Hand Roll
The indulgence and lack of regard for the caviar's origin in the famous handroll just feels like a gimmick to capitalize on the desire to impress.
The service was warm and friendly though.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
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