A culinary pilgrimage awaits. Welcome to Per Se.
Per Se isn’t just a restaurant. It’s a destination. A culinary temple perched on the fourth floor of the Time Warner Center. Thomas Keller’s New York City masterpiece opened in February 2004. It quickly became a beacon of fine dining.
This isn’t your average meal. Per Se offers two nine-course tasting menus. One is vegetarian. There’s also a five-course option. But be warned. These aren’t your grandma’s recipes. These are meticulously crafted symphonies of flavor. Prices can reach $800 depending on your selections. The wine list alone boasts 2000 selections. That’s a cellar worthy of a king.
The design is as exquisite as the food. Adam Tihany created the serene atmosphere. It’s a subtle nod to Keller’s other restaurant The French Laundry. The blue door? It’s iconic. It’s a symbol. The main entrance is actually another door. Three dining rooms offer stunning views. Columbus Circle Central Park and parts of the city skyline are visible from every table.
Per Se’s legacy is etched in three Michelin stars. It’s earned that honor annually since 2006. AAA has given it its Five Star Award since 2013. Wine Spectator? Grand Award winner. Forbes Travel Guide? Five stars consistently since 2005. Zagat once placed Per Se in its top 50 New York City restaurants. The accolades are endless. Even The New York Times once called it the best restaurant in the city. Later reviews were less glowing. The standards remain high. The price remains high too.
From the impeccable service to the artful presentation of each dish Per Se is an experience. It’s more than just food. It’s a journey. A culinary pilgrimage worthy of your time. Even if your wallet weeps a little. So savor the moment. Savor Per Se.