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NYT Cooking Critics Name Semma Best NYC Restaurant; 69 Get Michelin Stars

NYT Cooking critics place Semma at the top of their 2026 list while Michelin stars cover 69 city venues.

By New York Things-to-do Desk · Published July 24, 2026

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NYT Cooking food critics ranked Semma first among the ten best restaurants in New York City, followed by Atomix in second place and Tatiana in tenth, according to rankings published this year.

The city holds 69 Michelin-starred restaurants as listed in the 2025 MICHELIN Guide, a count that underscores its standing among global dining centers.

Critic picks and neighborhood addresses

Alex Reichek named Fish Cheeks, Shukette, Semma and Ci Siamo among current top choices, while Time Out New York’s July 2026 list of 45 best restaurants includes venues at 124 E 27th St and 715 Manhattan Ave. Mama Lee, a Taiwanese spot in Bayside, reached tenth place on a separate New York Times critics’ ranking for 2026.

Atomix holds two Michelin stars and sits seventh on the North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 list; Semma ranks 41st on the same list and César, also with two stars, places tenth.

Service leaders and practical steps

OpenTable’s 2026 update singled out Jean-Georges, Blue Ribbon Sushi & Sake and Pasta Eater for the city’s best service. Le Bernardin maintains three Michelin stars and ranks 13th on the North America list.

Diners can check current reservations through OpenTable or the MICHELIN Guide site for the latest availability at these addresses and starred venues.

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