9 Michelin Guide-rated restaurants to book for NYC Restaurant Week

Participating in Restaurant Week for the very first time is the one Michelin-starred Le Pavillon. Manned by a heavy hitter of the scene, Daniel Boulud's French-driven, seafood-heavy restaurant is married with lush greenery and views of the Chrysler Building, giving us plenty of reason to set our sights on midtown (for once). 

Our prix fixe pick: Get started on the right foot and order the Lobster Bucatini for starters, with Maine lobster, saffron and sauce homardine

Expect to pay: $60 lunch

The Art Deco environs of 70 Pine Street are a feast for the senses. But the restaurant housed inside surely gives the building a run for its money. The famed Crown Shy resides here, whose seasonal takes on American cuisine continue to impress, retaining its one Michelin Star status year after year. 

Our prix fixe pick: Priya Krishna of "The New York Times" called the Grilled Citrus-Marinated Chicken "a thing of beauty." 

Expect to pay: $60 dinner; $60 Sunday dinner

A collaboration between chef/owner Christopher Cipollone (Piora and Cotogna) and owner-operator John Winterman (Bâtard and Daniel), this one Michelin-starred restaurant balances France and Italy in a luxurious open kitchen. Yet among its soufflé cakes and lobster-stuffed ravioli, Francie is charming rather than stuffy. 

Our prix fixe pick: Sadly, the staple that was the dry-aged duck is no longer. But you can find a version of the bird by ordering the the Rigatoni with hot Italian duck sausage.

Expect to pay: $60 dinner

Citing her own mother as a culinary influence, chef/owner Rawia Bishara's and her daughter, Jumana Bishara, continue to tell the story of their shared heritage. To this day, the Bib Gourmand-rated restaurant remains one of the most comforting finds in Bay Ridge, with hummus, feta salad, eggplant preparations, kabob varieties and whole fish all on the menu.

Our prix fixe pick: Diners can pick from the daily menu or specials for Restaurant Week. Our top pick is the fried and breaded Cauliflower Steak made even richer with a drizzle of tahini, pomegranate molasses and spicy harissa.

Expect to pay: $45 lunch; $60 dinner

One of New York City’s best restaurants, the one Michelin-starred dining room is up for grabs for Restaurant Week, giving you a $175 tasting room experience for the cool price of $60. Heck, you could even tack on the seafood platter for an extra $62 and still save some coin. 

Pre fixe offering: Entrees include the Golden Tilefish with royal red shrimp, carrots and freekah.

Expect to pay: $60 lunch; $60 Sunday brunch/lunch 

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It is not every day that one of NYC’s best vegetarian restaurants offers deals for multiple days, but that’s why NYC Restaurant Week is such a celebratory time of year. HanGawi’s largely plant-based menu changes seasonally, so expect something fresh this season.

Our prix fix pick: Appetizers come in pairs, and we are particularly interested in the spicy kimchi kale salad and plant-based bulgogi dumplings in the dumpling platter. 

Expect to pay: $60 dinner; $60 Sunday dinner

Billed as "the more casual sister of Jean-Georges," this sibling seems to stand out on its own. Adjacent to the two Michelin-starred restaurant, the bistro turns out stupendous French fare at all times of the day, all backed by lush views of Central Park.

Our prix fixe pick: Starters include the Fluke Sashimi. 

Expect to pay: $60 lunch; $60 dinner; $60 Sunday lunch/brunch; $60 Sunday dinner 

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While glimpses of Angie Mar's formerly shuttered Beatrice Inn appear here and there, Le B. is carving a lane all its own. The supper club earned its one Michelin star rating for its haute French cuisine married with flavors from the East.