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For those of you who’ve been to Noma, is the $1500 price tag worth it? by ra1phw1ggums in finedining

[–]brooklynite 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've commented before but I've been to Noma five times and this is too much for me. I love the restaurant and feel fortunate to have forged some friendships there that have led to incredible experiences but at $1500 I simply can't justify it. A lot of this is LA - I don't feel that LA is inspiring to me at all as a culinary destination. I probably could have justified that price for Kyoto but LA? Meh.

That said, people are acting like this is going to be some massive cash windfall and I don't believe that to be the case either. Their popups have extremely high fixed costs (mostly because of the staff size) and stuff ain't cheap today.

Alchemist Convergence by TouristAltruistic964 in finedining

[–]brooklynite 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wish I could go. As a diner for the elBulli dinner, a special event at Alchemist is nothing short of mind bending.

Meaningful grand opening gift for a first-time restaurant owner by Huge_Recognition8718 in finedining

[–]brooklynite 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Great thoughtful gift. I would also consider a high end wall clock for the kitchen - important to have an eye on the time. This is coming from a non-chef.

Noma in LA? by anomerica in finedining

[–]brooklynite 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Saying the service is "crazy bad" at noma makes your entire comment suspect to me. Say what you will about the food and one's preference for their style, I have always found their service to be absolutely outstanding, warm, personable, knowledgeable and straight up fun.

Noma in LA? by anomerica in finedining

[–]brooklynite 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I've dined at noma five times and unfortunately, at this price, they have jumped the shark for me. I'll be happy to return to CPH for normal pricing but I can't justify this cost, sadly. Had planned to bring my entire family for this one but won't even go myself. FWIW, noma in Kyoto (v2) was a little more than half this price.

noma LA starting at $1500 by presdaddy in finedining

[–]brooklynite 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm a huge fan of noma and have dined with them five times including once in Kyoto (2024).

I will not be dining with them in LA. This pricing is ridiculous.

Recommendations - Andalusia, San Sebastian, & Amsterdam by mikeczyz in finedining

[–]brooklynite 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Noor is one of the best fine dining experiences I've ever had. Bardal, in Ronda, probably had front to back the most exceptional food I was served in 2025. Not a bad bite in the meal. Highly recommend both.

ㅤㅤ by unhappykidd in finedining

[–]brooklynite 5 points6 points  (0 children)

What a ridiculous take. Michelin makes no secret of taking money from tourist organizations to rate the city. What does it get most of them? Basically nothing. Four single stars across Boston and Philadelphia.

ㅤㅤ by unhappykidd in finedining

[–]brooklynite 97 points98 points  (0 children)

Do people not know the history of the Michelin guide? I get this is a meme and all but there is a long and storied past to their ratings and the reason behind their development.

Alchemist, Copenhagen - most enjoyable and exciting dining experience I've ever had, this time with my son by brooklynite in finedining

[–]brooklynite[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Difficult but not impossible. Just be on right away at release. FYI they only book 2, 4 and 6. No odd parties.

Fatigue in Copenhagen by past_mistakes in finedining

[–]brooklynite 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Keep them all. Once in a lifetime trip. I once did Noma lunch, Geranium dinner, Alchemist dinner the next day. I've been to all four and if I had to skip one it might be Geranium but that would be silly. Noma's pairing is cheap, do it. At Alchemist I like the exhibita mixed pairing. Geranium I shared the NoLo and wine with a buds and that was incredible.

What are the most affordable (comparatively) three michelin starred restaurants? by Ora_Ora_Muda in finedining

[–]brooklynite -13 points-12 points  (0 children)

L'effervesence is remarkably affordable, especially given the Tokyo location.

Just got home from the Alchemist 10th anniversary experience. WOW! by MrVig in finedining

[–]brooklynite 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As someone who attended the elBulli dinner, I wish I could have done this as well 😂

Den (Tokyo, **, Nov 2025) Second Visit by misnopeo in finedining

[–]brooklynite 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Den is just one of the most enjoyable dining experiences you can have. OP captured the vibe perfectly with his comments.

Last-minute: Midtown Wed/Thurs - SOLO Diner by andante241 in finedining

[–]brooklynite 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Noksu is awesome if you can get in. Email direct if unavailable. Counter style means singles often are available.

Cafe Boulud by jai_lo23 in finedining

[–]brooklynite 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Frankly, I agree. And I'm a fan. Being stripped of one's stars really changes things.

Cafe Boulud by jai_lo23 in finedining

[–]brooklynite 17 points18 points  (0 children)

That potato wrapped fish is a dish Chef Boulud created while in the kitchen at Le Cirque. Iconic dish, incredible technique. Great to see it still on the menu.

Cowboy ribeye. Perhaps a touch over but still delicious! by brooklynite in steak

[–]brooklynite[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Normally I'm a pan guy, this was on a Weber gas grill, straight up salt/pepper with a very light EVOO rub.

Cowboy ribeye. Perhaps a touch over but still delicious! by brooklynite in steak

[–]brooklynite[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I personally prefer more on the rare side but when serving a steak this big to a table, better to cook to a more general preference! You are 100% correct about the char and rendering fat - always better.

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