NEW WAVE Competitors

Nobu, the world-renowned Japanese restaurant recognized for pioneering a new-style Japanese cuisine, started as a business partnership in 1994 between Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and his partners, Academy Award-winning actor Robert De Niro, producer Meir Teper, and restaurateur Drew Nieporent. Originating in New York as the flagship restaurant, the Nobu brand is now an empire that spans five continents with over 55 restaurants and growing. Following the success of the restaurants, Nobu Hospitality opened the first Nobu Hotel in 2013 in Las Vegas and today has 38 hotels and 12 residence projects. Follow us on Instagram @noburestaurants

Led by Chef Daniel Humm, Eleven Madison Park is the flagship restaurant of Daniel Humm Hospitality. Driven by a commitment to serve the most delicious food with the most gracious hospitality, the multi-course menu is inspired by local, seasonal ingredients. The kitchen and dining room teams work together to create one-of-a-kind experiences for our guests. We are proud to have been awarded four stars from the New York Times, three Michelin stars, and the honor of being named the best restaurant in the world on the World's 50 Best Restaurant List.

One of America's most beloved restaurants, Gramercy Tavern has welcomed guests to enjoy its contemporary American cuisine, warm hospitality, and unparalleled service in New York City for over two decades. Chef Michael Anthony's ever-evolving seasonal menu showcases the restaurant's relationships with local farms and purveyors. At Gramercy Tavern, we strive to bring together caring, warm, and intelligent people who love to serve and are among the best in their field. If you are interested in joining our team, learn more about careers with Union Square Hospitality Group and view open positions at https://www.gramercytavern.com/careers/.