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The Iconic Four Seasons Hotel New York Reopens Its Doors
December 4, 2024, 9:02.26 pm ET

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Photos: Four Seasons Hotel New York

The Four Seasons Hotel New York has officially reopened, marking a highly anticipated return after several years of closure. The reopening ushers in a new era of luxury in Midtown Manhattan, with an elevated culinary experience to match its iconic status.

Central to this reinvention are The Garden Restaurant and TY Bar, both situated around the hotel’s renowned Art Deco lobby. These venues, now open for reservations, are led by an exceptional executive team, including Executive Chef Maria Tampakis, Executive Pastry Chef Jonathan Pereira, and Director of Food and Beverage Iwona Luksza.


The Garden Restaurant

The Garden Restaurant presents a fresh, Northern Italian-inspired menu under the guidance of Chef Maria Tampakis. This venue, set beneath towering potted Acacia trees, offers a tranquil escape in the heart of Midtown. Its breakfast and lunch menus are designed to delight with offerings like French Toast with Madagascan Vanilla Chantilly, a Smoked and Cured Tower featuring salmon, sablefish, and trout roe, and the much-loved Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with candied pistachios.

Chef Tampakis emphasizes the artistry of Italian flavors paired with locally sourced ingredients from New York’s finest vendors. “We’re bringing an Italian-inspired touch that feels both familiar and captivating,” she says, noting that every dish, from breakfast to lunch, is designed with an eye toward quality and unforgettable guest experiences.


Photo: Agnolotti/Alex Staniloff

The lunch menu includes dishes like Fritto Misto, Braised Beef & Onion Agnolotti, and Branzino with clams and cherry tomatoes. Desserts by Jonathan Pereira, including Tiramisu and Baba Al Carrello, reflect both creativity and craftsmanship. Dinner service is slated to debut in early 2025, promising even more exciting culinary offerings.


Photo: Ty Bar/Alex Staniloff

Across the lobby, TY Bar offers an equally dynamic menu focused on curated cocktails, premium spirits, fine wines, and refined bites. Developed in collaboration with renowned bartender Toby Maloney, the cocktail menu takes guests on a journey through the history of New York City’s cocktail culture, drawing inspiration from various eras such as the Gilded Age and the 1980s.

“TY Bar is an iconic NYC institution, and we wanted to honor its legacy by creating a menu that blends nostalgia with innovation,” says Maloney. Cocktails like the Ty Manhattan, Three Martini Lunch, and the 5th Ave Cosmo exemplify this approach, with each drink thoughtfully elevated through the use of premium ingredients.


Photo: Foie Gras Parfait/Alex Staniloff

Accompanying the drinks, the food menu at TY Bar, curated by Chef Tampakis, features modernized Empire State classics such as Crab Louie, Steak Diane Tartare, and Beef Wellington. A signature dish, the Foie Gras Parfait, crafted in the shape of an apple and filled with quince and apple chutney, is a visual and culinary standout.

The reopening of the Four Seasons Hotel New York heralds the return of one of the city’s most luxurious and historic properties, seamlessly blending tradition and modernity in its culinary offerings and opulent setting. As guests savor expertly crafted cocktails and refined dishes, they are reminded of the hotel’s enduring legacy as a cornerstone of New York’s luxury hospitality scene.

For more information on Four Seasons Hotel New York’s reopening or to make a reservation, visit the official website or call (212) 758 5700.


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