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l'abeille

$50 and over

French

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 28, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Great for fine wines

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

MICHELIN 1 Star
2023
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 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
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
Neighborhood
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

Experiences

New Year's Eve at l'abeille - First Seating
$395.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 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 6 course menu paying homage to era-defining chefs and signature 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, 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
$550.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 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.

What 24 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
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York City
French
Manhattan
French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

L'Abeille offers a "magical night" with sensational, creative dishes and "impeccable service." The restaurant is celebrated for its Japanese-influenced French cuisine, beautifully presented courses, and warm, professional staff. While reservations are hard to secure, it's "well worth the effort" for a special dining experience in NYC.

24 Reviews

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Erich
Kansas City
11 reviews
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 16, 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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Steve
New York City
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 15, 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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andrew
Orlando
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely tasting menu and exquisite wines. Paid >$1200 dollars for 2 people which is absolutely insane and didn’t realize until the end because of the way the menu was written. Great place but beware of your wallet…
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Justine
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was absolutely fabulous! They were so accomodating and prepared a substitute menu for an item I am unable to eat. Staff and service was remarkable. One of the best restaurants I've been to in a while! Thank you so much for making our night special. Special shout out to Oscar for his kindness :).
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was amazing. Just a little bit noisy. I would suggest live music
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William
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time with excellent food and impeccable wait staff.
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Chris
New York City
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual L’abeille pulled another incredible colab dinner! This time chef Mitsu reconnect with chef Alain and pulled a beautiful Autumn flavor menu. Special mention as well for the beverage pairing of this evening, with a nice surprise from the bar finishing the last course in a great way.
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OpenTable Diner
Montreal
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 3, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
I just didnt think this one was all excellent, sorry guys!
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Patrick
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is not your run-of-the-mill Saturday night dinner! We went with the “short” tasting menu and we added the wine pairing, and we added the optional pasta with white truffle course. The preparation and plating of each course is obviously the product of painstaking execution. The service is professional but warm. If you’re looking for a special dining experience, this is an excellent choice.
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Leigh
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Spectacular food, staff and experience down to every detail.
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FAQs

l'abeille is rated 4.7 stars by 24 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 28, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

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
Neighborhood
TriBeCa
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
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.

l'abeille

Make a reservation

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MICHELIN 1 Star

MICHELIN 1 Star

Dining areas

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Experiences

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

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

Menu

What 24 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is l'abeille restaurant rated?

Is l'abeille currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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