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Elevated Brunch at 53 Blends Art, Flavor, and Flair in Midtown
April 13, 2025, 12:58.34 pm ET

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Photo: Alex Stein

At 53, brunch becomes an immersive, multi-sensory experience where modern Asian cuisine meets sleek Midtown design. Tucked into the base of Jean Nouvel’s striking tower next to MoMA, this multi-level restaurant channels energy and elegance through a menu that nods to Chinese, Japanese, and Korean traditions, with Southeast Asian influences woven throughout.


Photo: Eric Laignel

Helmed by Executive Chef Mark Yu, the brunch menu moves far beyond the ordinary. The Premium Brunch Set is a masterclass in balance and boldness—begin with a bright Salmon Carpaccio or earthy Mizuna Salad, followed by crispy Wontons and your pick of standout mains like Black Cod Claypot, Prawn Udon, or Veggie Delight.


Photo: David Oludele

The Dim Sum Set offers a greatest hits reel of delicate bites: Crystal Dumplings, Royal Shumai with lobster and Kaluga caviar, and Xiao Long Bao with truffle and chicken—served alongside your choice of Egg Noodle or Fried Rice.


Photo: Evan Sung

With interiors that rival the MoMA next door, a design by ICRAVE inspired by Chinese gardens and palaces, and a top-tier bar program featuring rare Asian whiskies and luxe cocktails like the gold leaf–topped 53 Karat Gold, this is brunch redefined. Sophisticated, satisfying, and unforgettable.


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