Bouley
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| name | Bouley |
| established | (at initial location); (at second location) |
| closed | (at initial location); |
| current_owner | David Bouley |
| chef | David Bouley |
| food_type | French |
| dress_code | Jackets are required for men, at both lunch and dinner |
| rating | (Michelin Guide) |
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| website | |
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Bouley was a contemporary French restaurant located at 163 Duane Street (between Greenwich Street and Hudson Street), in Tribeca in Manhattan, in New York City. David Bouley was its owner and chef. It initially opened in 1987 at 154 Duane Street and was closed in 1996.
It reopened at its second location in October 2008 and closed in July 2017.
Menu
The menu was modern French, and included dishes such as porcini flan with Dungeness crab and black truffle broth, wild salmon, and organic duckling.
Decor
The romantic, candle-lit restaurant had vaulted ceilings brushed with gold leaf, an ancient French fireplace, and Impressionist paintings. A circular stone staircase led to a cellar for private parties.
Reviews
In 2013, Zagats gave it a food rating of 28, and ranked it the best of 111 restaurants in Tribeca, and the 3rd-best restaurant in New York City. In 2015, Tripadvisor rated it the best restaurant in the United States.
References
References
- "Bouley | 163 Duane Street 10013 | Restaurants".
- "Bouley | Manhattan | Restaurant Menus and Reviews". Zagat.
- Andrew Rosenberg, Martin Dunford. (2011). "The Rough Guide to New York". Penguin.
- (2011). "Time Out New York". Time Out New York.
- "David Bouley Biography · Bouley at Home".
- Fabricant, Florence. (October 14, 2008). "The New Bouley: French, Modern and Lavish". [[The New York Times]].
- Tuder, Stefanie. (July 31, 2017). "Bouley Bids Adieu to New York City After 30 Years".
- Patricia Schultz. (2010). "1,000 Places to See Before You Die". Workman.
- Jared Koch, Alex Van Buren. (2012). "Clean Plates Manhattan 2013: A Guide to the Healthiest Tastiest and Most Sustainable Restaurants for Vegetarians and Carnivores". Craving Wellness.
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- "The 10 Best Restaurants in New York City | Zagat Blog".
- "Best Fine Dining Restaurants — United States".
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