2025 James Beard Awards: NYC Area Nominees List
The 2025 James Beard Awards nominees have been announced, showcasing the culinary talent of the New York City area across various categories. These prestigious awards, often dubbed the “Foodie Oscars,” celebrate excellence in the food and beverage industry and are selected by esteemed national and regional committees of industry professionals and enthusiasts.
Top Contenders in Major Categories
Among the standout nominees for Best New Restaurant are Café Carmellini in the Flatiron district, Penny in the East Village, Corima, and Kisa, all located in Manhattan. Nasim Alikhani of Sofreh in Brooklyn has once again been recognized for her culinary prowess and is up for the title of Best Chef: New York State.
For Outstanding Restaurant, Don Angie in the West Village and The Four Horsemen in Williamsburg have secured nominations. Jungsik Yim, known for his three Michelin-starred Korean restaurant, is a contender for Outstanding Chef along with Gabriel Kreuther.
The list of semifinalists will be whittled down to finalists in the coming months, with the winners set to be revealed on June 16.
Full List of NYC-Area Semifinalists
Here is a rundown of some of the notable nominees from the NYC area across various award categories:
– Outstanding Restaurateur: Lee Hanson and Riad Nasr of Frenchette, Le Veau d’ Or, and Le Rock in Manhattan, and Simon Kim of Gracious Hospitality Management in Manhattan.
– Outstanding Chef: Gabriel Kreuther and Jungsik Yim in Manhattan.
– Outstanding Restaurant: Don Angie in Manhattan and The Four Horsemen in Brooklyn.
– Emerging Chef: Danny Garcia of Time & Tide and Daniel Garwood of Acru in Manhattan.
– Best New Restaurant: Café Carmellini, Corima, Kisa, and Penny in Manhattan.
– Outstanding Bakery: Carissa’s the Bakery in Easthampton, NY, and Fan Fan Doughnuts in Brooklyn.
– Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker: Camari Mick of Raf’s in Manhattan.
– Outstanding Hospitality: Atomix and Melba’s in Manhattan.
– Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program: Hawksmoor in Manhattan.
– Outstanding Bar: Leyenda in Brooklyn.
– Best New Bar: Bar Contra and Sip & Guzzle in Manhattan.
– Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service: Cassandra Felix of Daniel in Manhattan.
– Outstanding Professional in Cocktail Service: Ignacio Jimenez of Superbueno and Takuma Watanabe of Martiny’s in Manhattan.
– Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic: Dan Richer of Razza in Jersey City and David Viana of Lita in Aberdeen, NJ.
– Best Chef: New York State: Fariyal Abdullahi of Hav & Mar, Nasim Alikhani of Sofreh, Ayo Balogun of Dept. of Culture, Giovanni Cervantes of Carnitas Ramirez, and many more talented chefs in the NYC area.
The culinary scene in NYC continues to shine bright, with a diverse array of talented individuals and establishments vying for top honors at the 2025 James Beard Awards. Stay tuned as the excitement builds towards the final winners’ announcement in June.
I remember the first time I tried a dish from one of the nominated restaurants in New York City. The burst of flavors and creativity on my plate left a lasting impression on my taste buds. It’s incredible to see these exceptional chefs and establishments being recognized for their hard work and dedication to the culinary arts. As a food enthusiast, I can’t wait to see who will take home the prestigious James Beard Awards this year. The vibrant food culture of NYC never fails to amaze me, and these nominees truly represent the best of the best in the industry.
