2-Michelin-starred tasting menu gem. Counter seating, innovative dishes, and a vibe with rock music. Atera: unforgettable.
Experience the culinary artistry at ATERA, a distinguished two-Michelin-starred establishment. Chef Ronny Emborg crafts an innovative tasting menu with global influences, served in a unique counter-dining setting that fosters engagement with the kitchen. Known for its balanced flavors and a vibrant atmosphere underscored by lively music, ATERA offers a sophisticated yet surprisingly comfortable dining experience.
ATERA offers an innovative tasting menu with global influences, focusing on balanced flavors. Dishes are praised for their harmony and unique combinations. Notably, the non-alcoholic drink pairing has received high marks, with some preferring it over the wine option.
"The tasting menu is the primary offering, and the non-alcoholic 'temperance' drink pairing has been specifically praised, with some finding it superior to the wine pairing."
Customers consistently praise ATERA for its innovative gastronomy and exceptional food, often describing it as a 'sleeper hit' and a favorite for special occasions.
Important Note
One user noted that Atera does not offer cocktails, possibly due to kitchen limitations, and another suggested it might be too experimental or involved for a typical business dinner. There was also a comment questioning potential recent declines in quality.
"Atera is described as tasting menu only and a long meal, making it potentially less appropriate for a business dinner."
Negative"The commenter notes that Atera is the most experimental and most expensive option among those listed. It's suggested that it might be too involved for a typical business dinner."
Negative"Atera is described as the commenter's favorite restaurant in NYC, holding two Michelin stars. The experience includes counter seating around the kitchen, an innovative and 'yummy' tasting menu, and a vibe that balances outstanding service with a less formal atmosphere."
Positive"The original poster agreed that Atera is a good option."
Positive"This commenter recommended Atera as a good option for a special dinner."
Positive"This restaurant was recommended as a fine dining option for a date night in NYC."
Positive"heywhatsuphello29 advised against Atera, stating that it does not offer cocktails due to a small kitchen without a full bar."
Negative"Atera was mentioned as a potential option, described as beloved on the subreddit, but the original poster noted recent reviews seemed more negative, questioning possible declines in quality."
Negative"The Atera temperance drink pairing was positively reviewed, with the commenter even preferring it over the wine pairing."
Positive"Atera is suggested as an option with a good non-alcoholic drink pairing. The restaurant is noted to potentially have a private table available in the back and a U-shaped bar."
Positive"Atera is described as great and not formal due to the rock music playing, and is suggested as an option."
Positive"The commenter found it ridiculous that Atera, a two-Michelin-starred restaurant, allowed a party to bring their dog into the dining area, especially given the presence of an open kitchen."
Negative"This user found it strange that Atera, Gabriel Kreuther, and Per Se were omitted from the list while Daniel was included."
Negative"Atera is recommended as a Michelin-starred option serving New American cuisine."
Neutral"Author listed Atera as one of several high-end recommendations for the dinner."
Neutral"Author suggested Atera for the dinner."
Neutral"Author noted that Atera's tasting menu with an optional drink pairing would be around the $1k mark for two people."
Neutral"Author suggested Atera as an option for the $1k dinner."
Neutral"Author mentioned preferring Atera over Aska."
Positive"Consistently liked Atera over several visits for its gastronomy and good food, though hasn't visited recently."
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