Does being owned by a celeb guarantee quality? Well, no. But does it guarantee a good time and an Instagram opportunity? You bet your ass it does. From meaderies to upscale dining, here are just a few of the many NYC places owned by famous people.
295 Grand St | Williamsburg
Photo via The Four Horsemen’s Website
In need of delicious small plates and a cold glass of wine? Of course you are! Owned by James Murphy of LCD Soundsystem, this Brooklyn spot is sure to make you dance yrself clean.
70 W 68th St | Lincoln Square
Photo via Melba’s Website
Want to dine like De Niro in The Godfather...or Goodfellas...or The Untouchables...or any of his other classic mob films? Grab some delicious Italian fare at Locanda Verde, a restaurant he co-owns in Tribeca. The ravioli is sure to make you feel like you’re sharing a scene with De Niro himself.
227 Tenth Ave NY | Lincoln Square
Photo via Mermaid Oyster Bar’s Facebook
Slurp down oysters with the stars at any one of the Mermaid Oyster Bar’s Manhattan locations. Owned by Zach Braff, this classy seafood spot is known for its incredibly fresh east & west coast oysters. They even invented their own app, Oysterpedia, to make your dining experience even more unique.
342 Lexington Ave | Murray Hill
Photo via Momosan’s Website
Looking for an upgrade to dorm room ramen? Check out Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto’s ramen and sake bar. For only $15, try Chef Morimoto’s hand-crafted Tonkotsu broth, a unique twist on a Japanese classic.
44 East 32nd Street | Koreatown
Photo via The Cutting Room’s Facebook
Nothing says New York City like Sex in the City, and nothing says Sex in the City like The Cutting Room. Part-owned by Mr. Big himself, Chris Noth, head to The Cutting Room for some stunning live music from the likes of Lady Gaga, John Mayer, and Sheryl Crow. Grab a cosmo and you’re practically Carrie.
Joanne Trattoria 70 West 68th Street
Lady Gaga always pays homage to her Italian roots so visit her parent's restaurant for a real taste of Italy.
74 Orchard St
Head to the LES for Las Lap, a rum bar owned by none other than Michael B. Jordan. Get a taste of the Caribbean with rum cocktails and Caribbean food such as curry chicken, jerk shrimp and oxtail.
21 Greenpoint Ave
Bill Murray's son, Homer, owns this casual restaurant in Greenpoint. Enjoy pizza night on Wednesdays and summer lunch menus at this establishment.
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