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Bouley

Bouley was a contemporary French restaurant located at 163 Duane Street, in Tribeca in Manhattan, in New York City. David Bouley was its owner and chef. It initially opened in 1987 at 154 Duane Street and was closed in 1996.

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Established1987 (1987) (at initial location); October 2008 (2008-10) (at second location)
Closed1996 (1996) (at initial location); July 31, 2017 (2017-07-31)
OwnerDavid Bouley
ChefDavid Bouley
Food typeFrench
Dress codeJackets are required for men, at both lunch and dinner1
Rating1 Michelin star (Michelin Guide)
Coordinates40°43′01″N 74°00′32″W / 40.716967°N 74.008971°W / 40.716967; -74.008971
Websitewww.davidbouley.com

Bouley was a contemporary French restaurant located at 163 Duane Street (between Greenwich Street and Hudson Street), in Tribeca in Manhattan, in New York City.23 David Bouley was its owner and chef.14 It initially opened in 1987 at 154 Duane Street and was closed in 1996.5

It reopened at its second location in October 20086 and closed in July 2017.71

The menu was modern French, and included dishes such as porcini flan with Dungeness crab and black truffle broth, wild salmon, and organic duckling.6

Decor

The romantic, candle-lit restaurant had vaulted ceilings brushed with gold leaf, an ancient French fireplace, and Impressionist paintings.689101112 A circular stone staircase led to a cellar for private parties.6

Reviews

In 2013, Zagats gave it a food rating of 28, and ranked it the best of 111 restaurants in Tribeca, and the 3rd-best restaurant in New York City.213 In 2015, Tripadvisor rated it the best restaurant in the United States.14

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References

References

  1. "Bouley | 163 Duane Street 10013 | Restaurants". Time Out New York. Archived from the original on March 30, 2013. Retrieved January 24, 2013.
  2. Bouley | Manhattan | Restaurant Menus and Reviews. Zagat. Archived from the original on September 15, 2012. Retrieved January 24, 2013.
  3. Andrew Rosenberg, Martin Dunford (2011). The Rough Guide to New York. Penguin. p. 309. ISBN 9781848365902. Retrieved January 24, 2013. bouley 163 duane.
  4. Time Out New York. Time Out New York. 2011. ISBN 9781846702105. Archived from the original on February 16, 2024. Retrieved January 24, 2013.
  5. "David Bouley Biography · Bouley at Home". Archived from the original on June 10, 2023. Retrieved February 16, 2024.
  6. Fabricant, Florence (October 14, 2008). "The New Bouley: French, Modern and Lavish". The New York Times. Archived from the original on April 14, 2023. Retrieved June 29, 2019.
  7. Tuder, Stefanie (July 31, 2017). "Bouley Bids Adieu to New York City After 30 Years". Eater NY. Archived from the original on November 27, 2018. Retrieved June 29, 2019.
  8. Patricia Schultz (2010). 1,000 Places to See Before You Die. Workman. ISBN 9780761148296. Archived from the original on February 16, 2024. Retrieved January 24, 2013.
  9. Jared Koch, Alex Van Buren (2012). Clean Plates Manhattan 2013: A Guide to the Healthiest Tastiest and Most Sustainable Restaurants for Vegetarians and Carnivores. Craving Wellness. ISBN 9780985922108. Archived from the original on February 16, 2024. Retrieved January 24, 2013.
  10. AnneLise Sorensen, Eleanor Berman (February 2012). DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: New York City. Penguin. ISBN 9780756691189. Archived from the original on February 16, 2024. Retrieved January 24, 2013.
  11. Fodor's See It New York City. Fodor's Travel Publications. 2012. p. 103. ISBN 9780876371367. Retrieved January 24, 2013. bouley 163 duane.
  12. "Bouley | 163 Duane St 10013 | Restaurants". Time Out New York. March 15, 2012. Archived from the original on July 5, 2012. Retrieved January 24, 2013.
  13. "The 10 Best Restaurants in New York City | Zagat Blog". Archived from the original on November 13, 2012. Retrieved February 5, 2013.
  14. "Best Fine Dining Restaurants — United States". Archived from the original on November 23, 2015. Retrieved October 15, 2015.
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