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l'abeille, New York, NY
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l'abeille

$50 and over
French

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2 people
19:30
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
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Nestled on a charming Tribeca cobblestone street corner, l’abeille is an intimate sanctuary where French culinary artistry meets Japanese finesse. With only 48 seats, this hidden gem captivates diners with its seasonal Chef’s Tasting Menu, meticulously crafted by the visionary Chef Mitsunobu Nagae. Drawing on his rich experience from Michelin-starred establishments in Tokyo, Paris, and New York, including a recent tenure as Chef de Cuisine at Shun in Midtown Manhattan, Chef Mitsu curates a symphony of flavors that transcend borders.

At l’abeille, guests experience a harmonious blend of French sophistication and Japanese precision. Complementing the exquisite tasting menu is a rotating selection of seasonal a-la-carte dishes, thoughtfully paired with selections from the wine cellar and a captivating cocktail program. Immerse yourself in an unparalleled dining experience at l’abeille, where each dish tells a story and every moment is a celebration of culinary excellence.

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Executive chef: Mitsunobu Nagae

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    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2023

  • Award icon

    MICHELIN 1 Star

    2022

From the OpenTable editors: Joël Robuchon alum Mitsunobu Nagae melds his Japanese heritage with French cooking at this MICHELIN-Starred Tribeca gem. That means you might find dishes like foie gras crème brûlée stuffed in citrus or miso-marinated Japanese butterfish with baby artichoke on the seasonal tasting menu – or choose from à la carte options at the bar. Either way, you'll be seated in a space that's definition: Tribeca; an elegant room with velvet chairs and booths and a marble accent wall.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Japanese, French / Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 17:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (212) 542-3898
  • Website
    https://www.labeille.nyc/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it is for a special occasion, holiday celebration, client appreciation, or simply a good time with friends and family, we are pleased to offer a variety of options to fit your needs. Our events team is at your disposal to help create a memorable experience. Please visit our website for more information.
  • Location
    412 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10013-2002
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Area
    TriBeCa
  • Cross Street
    Southwest corner of Laight St and Greenwich St
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Near the A, C, E, and 1 trains at Canal St. station
  • Additional
    BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine

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Experiences

  • New Year's Eve at l'abeille - First Seating

    US$295.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    In celebration of the quarter-century, take a journey back in time with us with iconic dishes since 1925! To celebrate the quarter century, the theme of New Year’s Eve 2025 at l’abeille is "looking back 100 years,” where Chef Mitsu has brought together a multi-course menu paying homage to era-defining chefs and dishes since 1925 - interpreted in his elegant French style with Japanese influence. Think Paul Bocuse’s famous fish en croûte made with delicate Japanese “Madai” sea bream, Régis Marcon’s famous cassoulet made with premium lobster and re-arranged for added freshness (optional), and Joël Robuchon’s signature caviar and sea urchin presentation through the lens of Chef Mitsu - who has worked at his restaurants through a decade
    New Year's Eve at l'abeille - First Seating photo

  • New Year's Eve at l'abeille - Gala Seating

    US$550.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    In celebration of the quarter-century, take a journey back in time with us with iconic dishes since 1925 and a toast with Krug Grande Cuvée 169ème Édition to ring in 2025! To celebrate the quarter century, the theme of New Year’s Eve 2025 at l’abeille is "looking back 100 years,” where Chef Mitsu has brought together a 7 course menu paying homage to era-defining chefs and signature dishes since 1925. Think Paul Bocuse’s famous fish en croûte made with delicate Japanese “Madai” sea bream, Régis Marcon’s famous cassoulet made with premium lobster and re-arranged for added freshness, and Joël Robuchon’s signature caviar and sea urchin presentation through the lens of Chef Mitsu - who has worked at his restaurants through a decade.
    New Year's Eve at l'abeille - Gala Seating photo

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What 32 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
L'Abeille offers a "sensational" dining experience with creative cuisine and "impeccable" service. Known for its Japanese-influenced French dishes, the restaurant provides a "magical" atmosphere. While some find portions small and prices high, others praise the "beautifully presented" dishes and exceptional service, making it an NYC culinary gem.

32 Reviews

  1. Sandeep

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Had a great time in L'abeille, staff was energetic and very friendly. We had Chef's tasting menu and every dish on that was exceptional. They also accommodated our dietary restriction. Same with all the cocktails we had, all of them very well balanced, novel and tasty.

    1 person found this helpful

  2. Nicolas

    VIP

    Mexico City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is quite good, but it's definitely overpriced (yes, they do have a Michelin Star). Unfortunately, the service leaves much to be desired; the waitstaff often struggle to explain the dishes, and some can be rather rude. If you order a $200 wine pairing, you’d expect the wine to arrive at the same time as your food. There are many remarkable restaurants in NYC, so I wouldn't recommend spending your time here. While the experience is unexceptional, the prices suggest otherwise, costing $1000 for two.

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  3. Nick

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The truffle pasta was the best pasta I’ve ever eaten and that includes several trips to all regions of Italy. The sommelier was fantastic and recommended what became our new favorite wine. Service was impeccable and they made modifications for my wife’s vegetarian requirements. 10/10

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Christoph

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience - not cheap but very delicious. Noises level was such and an 80+ year old person couldn’t partake in conversation and not strain to hear what people Say. Bravo!

    1 person found this helpful

  5. Tania

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had our anniversary dinner at L’Abeille, and it was an amazing experience. The food was delicious, and the service was superb. Despite making a last-minute reservation and being seated at the bar, the service was personalized and friendly. Jose, our waiter, ensured all our needs were met, and we even got to meet the chef!

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Geoffrey

    New York City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Une expérience agréable mais pas vraiment à la hauteur d’une étoile Michelin. Ce n’était malheureusement pas une expérience unique . Des plats agréables mais surpris sur le choix du dessert (le potiron ne plaît pas à tout le monde ).Mon conjoint n’ayant pas mangé ,le personnel ne s’est pas soucié de savoir pourquoi il n’avait rien mangé. L’ attention envers la clientèle compte aussi … Le service a été expédié… Nous n’avions même pas le temps de déguster notre premier verre que le suivant était déjà servi nous poussant vraiment à se dépêcher… Pour nous une étoile Michelin représente un ensemble ,nourriture et service ,Atmosphère et attention .il suffirait de retravailler quelques points pour rendre l’expérience agréable.

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  7. Jennifer

    VIP

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience - chef is friendly and came to say hello at the end of the night !

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Michelle

    VIP

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just love this place so much. The tasting menu is one surprise after another. Really special. Get a seat at the bar and order up A Night in Kyoto and let a magical evening unfold.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Erich

    Kansas City

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding service and presentation Had discovery menu-amuse bouche great Soup with mushrooms little to no taste and was very bland First fish dish very plain and not really tasty at all Tile fish good Final dish aged ribeye excellent Dessert taste of autumn strange and not very good They didn’t even get vesper martini right as well Overall service and atmosphere excellent We plan trips around food frequently but with this price point expected it to be much better …not even close to restaurants like Daniel or Gabriel kruether

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  10. Steve

    VIP

    New York City

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very lovely restaurant. We did the chefs tasting. For 8 courses we still left pretty hungry. Of all the tasting menus I’ve done the portions were the smallest here. My only feedback is literally make things like 1/4 bigger across the board.

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FAQs

l'abeille is rated 4.7 stars by 32 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:30
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for l'abeille

412 Greenwich St, New York, NY 10013-2002

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2023
    2. MICHELIN 1 Star 2022
  • Cross Street
    Southwest corner of Laight St and Greenwich St
  • Area
    TriBeCa
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 17:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:30
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French, Japanese, French / Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Public transit
    Near the A, C, E, and 1 trains at Canal St. station
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.labeille.nyc/
  • Phone number
    (212) 542-3898
  • Private party facilities
    Whether it is for a special occasion, holiday celebration, client appreciation, or simply a good time with friends and family, we are pleased to offer a variety of options to fit your needs. Our events team is at your disposal to help create a memorable experience. Please visit our website for more information.

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